Effect of Radial Shockwave Therapy and Graston Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization on Plantar Fasciitis

In Group A, Radial Shockwave Therapy (RST) was given to the plantar fascia for 5 minutes, with each session consisting of 5-10 shock wave pulses of varied intensity. Following that, stretching exercises for the plantar fascia and calf muscles were done for 30 minutes, with three sets of 30-second holds for each stretch. This therapy procedure was followed out in weekly sessions for 8 weeks, each lasting 40 minutes in total.

Group B employed Graston Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) for 5-10 minutes to target and break down plantar fascia adhesions. The therapist used a specialized device to apply controlled, precise pressure to the fascia. Following that, stretching exercises for the plantar fascia and calf muscles were done for 30 minutes, with three sets of 30-second holds for each. The entire therapy procedure was carried out in weekly sessions for 8 weeks, each lasting 40 minutes in total..